Looking for fresh inspiration to engage your students and enrich your library shelves? Educator’s Monthly Favorites by Literacy Forum is here to help!

Each month, our panel of educators curate a handpicked selection of exceptional books tailored for educators and librarians. From timeless classics to diverse new releases, this list is your go-to resource for finding stories that spark curiosity, promote learning, and celebrate the joy of reading. 

February 2025 Featured Titles:

My Magical Words
Becky Cummings

Listen To The Song In My Heart
Meena Julapalli

My Thoughts Have Wings
Maggie Smith

Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters
John Steptoe

El Deafo: A Graphic Novel
Cece Bell

I, Matthew Henson: Polar Explorer
Carole Boston Weatherford

Grace for President
Kelly DiPucchio

Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad
Ellen Levine

Martin’s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Doreen Rappaport

No Kiss-No Hug (The Adventures of Li-Li Book 4)
Gin Noon Spaulding

Sulwe
Lupita Nyong’o